It's Christmas morning for NFL fans. Here's a look at what the nation's media is predicting for tonight's first round of the 2013 NFL Draft (8 p.m. Eastern time, ESPN and NFL Network):

Texas A&M offensive lineman Luke Joeckel runs a drill during the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis. Only twice since the AFL-NFL merger in 1970 has an offensive tackle been drafted first overall. On Thursday night, the Kansas City Chiefs could make it three. Joeckel and Eric Fisher are the hot names to go No. 1, assuming the Chiefs still have the pick. (AP Photo/Dave Martin, File)

Many experts are calling the 2013 NFL Draft a weak one because of the lack of can't-miss prospects — especially at quarterback. While this is bad news for teams with high picks, it could lead some advantageous trade scenarios for other organizations, namely the New England Patriots.

With the dearth of elite quarterbacks in this year's class, it's unlikely that many teams will be grabbing their franchise signal-caller with a top 10 pick. In this case, the teams that are in need of a new option under center could be setting themselves up to grab one of the second-tier quarterback options later on. While some decent options will make it out of the first round, these teams can't take the risk of waiting for their man to fall to them.

» The Cleveland Browns could make good use of the services of any number of top-flight draft picks, but The Plain Dealer's Mark Kay Cabot and Tom Reed agree on who they think the Browns should pick at No. 6 — Alabama cornerback Dee Milliner:

» But Cleveland isn't the only town with eyes on Milliner. The Detroit Lions, who draft at No. 5, are also possible suitors for Milliner. MLive.com's Josh Slagter gives a breakdown of all things Dee Milliner, what kind if impact he could have on the field and if his history of health issues will be an ongoing concern.

Another possible scenario that could play out in Detroit would be for the Lions to reverse course and draft an elite guard to protect quarterback Matt Stafford's blindside. From mLive.com's Justin Rogers:

Why offensive guard makes sense: Detroit's offensive line played decently last season, but the weak link was right guard Stephen Peterman. A nine-year veteran released by the Lions in the early stages of the offseason, Peterman allowed more quarterback pressure than any interior lineman last season.

North Carolina's Jonathan Cooper is probably a better fit for the Lions' scheme with his ability to quickly get out in space to put a body on a linebacker. If Detroit is looking to go a different direction up front and add a mauler, Alabama's Chance Warmack is the man to target. No prospect is going to open up short-yardage holes up the middle for Reggie Bush and Mikel Leshoure better than Warmack.

» Drafting at No. 15, the New Orleans Saints have to like their chances of landing a Pro Bowler based on the success of recent 15th overall selections, including Seattle Seahawks defensive end Bruce Irvin and New York Giants defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul. From NOLA.com's Larry Holder:

Fisher is a bulky 6-7, 306 pounds. He moves his feet well and can stay in front of the speedy, edge pass rushers the Eagles will face across the league. As a starter with the Chippewas, Fisher showed good leverage in run blocking. He has a wide body and was able to create lanes, something that would be welcomed by shifty All Pro running back LeSean McCoy.

This is a no-brainer. Especially considering tackle Jason Peters is returning from an Achilles injury, and Todd Herremans has also missed time.

Bradshaw twice ran for 1,000 yards with the New York Giants, including last season when he fought through injuries to rush for 1,015 yards and six touchdowns in 14 games.

Whether or not Bradshaw is in the fold, the Steelers are in position to grab a value back in the draft as a potential long-term solution in their backfield.

» Hockensmith also provides a look at five players that have seen their draft stock rise in the days leading up to the draft, and why. One such player is Houston cornerback D.J. Hayden.

The narrative on Hayden, who nearly died after a freakish hit tore a major vein that feeds his heart, is captivating. His coverage skills are even more impressive. With news of Dee Milliner's extensive injury history, Hayden could rise into the middle of the first round and be the first cornerback off the board.

» Alabama offensive lineman D.J. Fluker will be especially glad when his name is called Thursday after dealing with Twitter drama early in the week. The Star-Ledger's Jenny Vrentas figures Fluker would be a good fit with the Giants.

Fluker, a three-year starter who declared for the NFL after his junior season, said he's talked to a few teams with picks in the top 10 and a few teams who pick in the middle of the first round. He could very well be gone by the time the Giants pick, but if he is available, he could be hard to pass up.

The Giants follow the best available player principle, but Fluker could also fill a need, potentially supplanting 11-year veteran David Diehl and the yet-unproven James Brewer as the options at right tackle. This trip to Manhattan for the draft marks Fluker's first time in New York City, and he said he could see himself playing in this area.

» And just because ... enjoy this ESPN recap of "great" Jets draft blunders: